1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 529 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari Dino | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Dino | Torino |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |